The general upper high pressure over the lower and middle Mississippi River Valley extends off the eastern seaboard. At the surface, high pressure was centered over West Virginia, with low pressure and associated frontal boundary along the lee side of the Rockies. A large cirrus shield was moving through the southwesterly mid-level flow across the area, but the airmass was pretty…
The Lady Hornets traveled to the Stone county school district to take on the Lady Tomcats. East Central would walk away with a big road win, picking up their third of the year, winning 27-23. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: East Central, high school basketball, sports, stone high school
Early signing period for high school football began this week and Moss Points Taboris Charles wasted no time putting pin to paper. The Tiger’s senior running back signed to continue his academic and athletic career at Southeastern Louisiana University. While repping the Tiger’s jersey during his senior year Charles balled out. He eclipsed the 1,000 yard mark in just four…
It will be cold again tonight with low temperatures below average. That being said, some clouds moving in will limit temperatures bottoming out. You will still need to dress accordingly because of temperatures in the 30s. Thin upper-level clouds will be around for your Wednesday and it will be breezy at times. Strong high pressure will shift to its east…
On Tuesday, Alcorn State University named Cedric Thomas as its new head football coach. Thomas becomes just the 22nd head coach in program history. He has plenty of coaching experience, having stints at the University of Southern Mississippi, the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, and even had multiple previous stints with Alcorn State in the past. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags:…
One local entrepreneur and cancer survivor is giving hope to children who desperately need it during the holidays. As a cancer survivor, Zack Rushing is one who knows all too well how important support can be in a sensitive period in life and he is sharing that experience with children at a hospital in Mobile during the Christmas holidays. “We…
Fishermen out to land offshore species of fish in Mississippi will soon be required to obtain a new permit in addition to a fishing license. The commission on Marine Resources today passed a regulation calling for an offshore landing permit, similar to those in place in Louisiana, Alabama, and Florida. The intent is to keep more accurate records of offshore…
A few places on the Coast will be collecting Christmas Trees for recycling starting December 26 and running through January 13. Locations available for collection include: Pass Christian Harbor The east side of the Long Beach Harbor The Courthouse Road pier in Gulfport Mississippi Power’s Plant Watson Make sure all lights and ornaments are removed and no artificial trees….
A local Boys and Girl Club is fulfilling its mission in helping the youth in the community. With new editions coming to the afterschool program, young students will be setup for success for years to come. The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast held a ribbon cutting today at the Forest Heights Center, unveiling the newly renovated afterschool…
Did you know that turtles can fly? Well, not literally, but they did fly to MillionAir in Gulfport. Each year, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies and Mississippi Aquarium receive Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles from the New England area. They’re flown here by volunteers with the Turtles Fly Too organization. “One of our aquarists said it was the best day…
Temperatures will sharply drop this evening, but may not bottom out at their maximum potential overnight thanks to cloud cover moving into the region. Mid and upper level clouds will be around from late tonight through much of tomorrow. That being said, it will be a very cold start tomorrow with some spots recording temperatures in the 30s. High pressure…
The Gulfport city council voted unanimously to name Wayne Miller chief administrative officer. Leonard Papania will be retiring from the position at the end of the year. Wayne Miller grew up in Harrison County and is a civil engineering graduate from the University of South Alabama. He’s worked for Gulfport Public Works for 14 years, beginning as a staff engineer…
With Christmas fast approaching, Waste Pro has announced an update to its garbage collection schedule. Garbage will not be collected on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. Due to the holiday schedule, services will run a day behind schedule for the remainder of those weeks. Categories: Local News, News Tags: collection schedule, holiday, waste pro
An upper-level disturbance moving into New England and the Pacific Northwest will provide for high pressure moving out of the Rockies into the Plains States. At the surface, high pressure was centered over Arkansas. Clear skies across much of the area early this morning, with some high clouds approaching from the west. The surface high-pressure will shift from Arkansas to…
Tuesday will be a frigid start with a reinforcing shot of colder air making its way through the area. There will also be a slight wind chill factor so be sure to take necessary steps if you have to be outside early tomorrow. Despite lots of sunshine, temperatures will struggle to reach the upper-50s thanks to cold northerly winds. High…
If you are still in need of a Christmas tree, the Walmart in D’Iberville is giving them away for free. You do not need to check them out so they will go fast. This only applies to live trees and not artificial trees. Categories: Local News, News Tags: christmas, d’iberville, Mississippi, trees, Walmart
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast got to go on a little shopping trip today! Academy Sports and the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office took students on a shopping spree. Each kid received a $100 Academy gift card as they shopped alongside deputies. The kids were able to buy items such as winter clothing, games, sports equipment, and…
For the second year in a row, Merit Health Biloxi has made a donation to Back Bay Mission. Previously, Merit Health would give gifts to healthcare workers. Those providers asked that the money for their gifts be donated to a local organizations impacting the city. Little did they know that Back Bay Mission would be using the money to health…
Twice a year, Mississippi students in 4th through 12th grade can compete in the Mississippi stock market game. This game is a simulation of a real market and gives students the opportunity to dive into the world of finance and investment. One team, made up of four 8th graders from North Gulfport Elementary and Middle School, began with 100-thousand dollars…
In Ocean Springs, the new Coca-Cola Santa Truck was making its stops around the City of Discovery spreading holiday cheer. Friends, families, and patrons alike had the opportunity to make ever-lasting memories with the world famous Coca-Cola Polar Bear, The Grinch, and Santa Claus. Guests were able to experience the magic of the coke caravan, tell Santa what’s on their…
In Ocean Springs this morning, we were able to surprise one lucky couple with a new heating and air system for their home as part of our annual Heat for the Holidays giveaway. The giveaway is now in its eighth year and our partners with Geiger Heating and Air will handle all the installation work for Janyce and Bruce Moles….
Temperatures will plummet this evening as a secondary cold front will make its way through the region. Winds will pick up somewhat overnight which may offset the temperatures from bottoming out totally. Skies will be clear and wind chills could be in the upper-20s to lower-30s to begin your Tuesday.Mainly sunny skies outside of very thin upper-level cloud cover will…
For the second year in a row, Merit Health Biloxi has made a donation to Back Bay Mission. Previously, Merit Health would give gifts to healthcare workers. Those providers asked that the money for their gifts be donated to local organizations impacting the city. Little did they know that Back Bay Mission would be using the money to help unsheltered…
Shoppers were able to get some last-minute holiday purchases done this weekend at the Biloxi Visitor’s Center. The 10th annual Holiday Open House saw hundreds of guests pouring through the doors. There were more than 50 vendors present at the Holiday Open House, selling hand crafted art, jewelry, books, traditional art, and more. There was also the chance to take…